Reckitt's Varun Kakaria On the New Expectations for CIOs

3/20/2026

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Transformation inside large organizations almost never happens at once. Instead it’s usually thanks to steady shifts, whether in leadership mindset, data strategy, or in how tech teams partner with the business to drive impact.

In this episode of Tech Transformation, Varun Kakaria, North America CIO at Reckitt — and 2026 Analytics Unite keynoter — shares what it takes to lead transformation inside a global company, from building stronger data foundations to scaling revenue growth management.

Learn how Reckitt is deploying AI in practical ways and the new expectations for CIOs, and join us at Analytics Unite to learn from Kakaria in person!

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Reckitt's Varun Kakaria On the New Expectations for CIOs

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